Tyro: Church will stage 'Journey to Bethlehem' again

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Dec 3, 2013 at 12:01 AM

If you've not had a vacation this year and want a quick get-a-way, this weekend we have just the destination for you, the perfect "daycation."

By Linda DouganCorrespondent

If you've not had a vacation this year and want a quick get-a-way, this weekend we have just the destination for you, the perfect "daycation."You have the opportunity to visit Journey to Bethlehem, the outdoor depiction of the life and times of Jesus Christ. This extraordinary production put on by the congregation of Tyro United Methodist Church will take place from 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Three new scenes will be added to the trip this year, bringing the total scenes to 29. It is free and busses are welcome. Buy sweets from Tyro Elementary SchoolTyro Elementary School kicked off their Dewey's Bakery fundraiser Monday. All items ordered will be delivered before the Christmas break to give families the opportunity to enjoy all of the goodies and share as gifts. For more information, call the school at 242-5760.Tyro Elementary School will hold its December PTO meeting at 6 tonight at the school. The community is invited at 6 p.m. Dec. 17 in the gymnasium at Tyro Elementary School for Hands in Harmony Chorus. This 2013 Christmas program titled "SNOW BIZ!" is a lively musical that takes a look at why kids really like the frozen stuff, aside from the fact they are out of school for the day. The chorus is under the direction of Jody McCarn.Bluegrass band concert will benefit schoolTickets are on sale now for the 7 p.m. Jan. 16 performance in Tyro Middle's auditorium of Molasses Creek, a nationally touring Bluegrass band. The band, which has been performing for over 20 years, is touring following the release of its new CD, "An Island Out of Time." The performance will open with members of the Tyro Band and chorus performing traditional Bluegrass songs. Tickets, which are $10 for adults and $5 for students, can be purchased from Tyro Middle School by calling 853-7795 or contact Keith Stanek at kstanek@davidson.k12.nc.us. There are a limited number of $25 VIP tickets available that will include dinner with the band members. Proceeds will fund music department at the school.Annual food drive begins at West High♠The West Davidson BETA Club is collecting non-perishable food items, new toys and new clothing for the annual Kans for Kids Drive to Dec. 12. Items will be donated to area families through the West Davidson Food Pantry. BETA members are also selling candy so that gifts can be purchased. If you are interested in helping with this project see any BETA member, Mrs. Tedder or Mrs. Hedrick. Congratulations to several West Davidson art students who placed in the Lexington Women's Club Art Contest. Nelson Beam won first place in Black and White Photography, Colored Photography and Digitally Enhanced Photography. Kimberly Tetter received second place honors in Graphite Pencil. Alex Young placed first in Pastel Art, Acrylic Paint and in Ink. A.J. Hensley placed first in Colored Pencil and Ceramic Ink. The art students are under the direction of Mrs. Hedrick.HOSA at West Davidson High School recently participated in regional competitions and did a wonderful job. So wonderful that all that competed in regionals advanced to the HOSA State competition to be held in March. Receiving first place honors in Creative Problem Solving were Coty Berrier, Carley Parker, Rachel Trexler and Olivia Varner. Kristen Allen and Ragan Dalton received third place awards in Health Career Display. The group's advisor and health science instructor is Beth Harris, RN.The PEP Club at West has some interesting challenges for the students at West as basketball season approaches. Wednesday's home game will have a special theme, "Way Back Wednesday." Students are encouraged to dress in attire from long ago. Friday night's game theme will be "Welcome to the Jungle" and on Dec. 10 the theme is "Tacky Christmas Sweater." The winner will receive free admission to the next home basketball game. If you have any questions regarding guidelines, see Amada Jones, PEP Club sponsor. Seniors to meetSenior Moments will meet at Tyro United Methodist Church from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Dec. 17. Bring a small gift to exchange. Reservations will need to be made in advance calling 239-0726. A program of Christmas music will be presented by John Hinson, music director at Tyro UMC. Civitan Club is helping local food pantryThe West Davidson Civitan Club will join with the West Davidson Food Pantry for its annual barbbecue shoulder and turkey sale. Orders are being accepted at 787-5456, 499-7796 or 787-4500 or by email at westdavidsoncivitan@triad.rr.com until Dec. 19. The barbecue will be available for pick-up at the West Davidson Civitan BBQ Shelter at 399 Waitman Road on from 7 until 11 a.m. Dec. 24 The pit-cooked shoulders will sell for $45 and the turkeys will sell for $25. Trimmings of slaw, dip and rolls will also be available. All proceeds from the sale will benefit the projects of the West Davidson Food Pantry. For more information contact Joe Craver at 499-7796 or 239-2157.Celebrate milestonesA special birthday wish goes to Rodney Baker who turned the big 5-0 yesterday. Prayers are neededPlease add to your prayer list Barbara Sink, Colt Craver, Evelyn Miller, Chad Kirkendall, Bobby Hiatt and the families of Carrie Sightler and Paul "Jaybird" McCrary.

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